Oxford (OAT) assessment day - a review

[PLATO_Y2K]

Blackstone, From what I have heard, the skills assessment at OAT is slightly more taxing than that at Cabair. However this is not from direct knowledge, as I said this is just what I hear.

I am fairly fortunate as I have done Chem Math and Physics at A Level and am almost finished an A/C engineering degree. But still going to brush up on the Bitesize website on some of the fundamentals.

Going to be there on Thursday also, look forward to seeing you there.

Craig

[DrRedHead]

hey guys.

i just had a quick sift through those cab air questions. Im not sure if things have changed since i origionally posted the topic but the cabair questions are VERY similar to those that you get at Oxford. The topics are all covered in the cabair questions. I would say they are actualy harder then the oxford ones.

the Dr

[hollingworthp]

I would agree with The Dr

I sat COMPASS on Tuesday and the Tech Test is looking at more basic knowledge than the CABAIR sample Physics paper.

Quite a lot of it relies on your general understanding of how things work rather than quantum physics!

Kind regards

Phil.

[PAJ]

I was at assessment for NJ with phil - I think he has hit the nail on the head. It's not necessarily just about physics theory, its more about applying the most basic theories to an every day situation. Boyles Law, Electronics, Magnetism, resultant forces, basic aero/ fluid dynamics are all worth learning - but do not restrict yourself to these alone. Anyone who has more advanced physics qualifications, don't look for the catch, look for the most basic applicable principles - this is much harder than it sounds! Bitesize is probably the best online source - I also suppleneted this with the Higher Level GCSE revision guide by CGP (purple one!) - only £5 and will be useful preparation regardless as to where you end up doing your training. Good luck

[SingSong]

How about the maths paper? is that like the Cabair one???

[hollingworthp]

I suppose the question style is broadly similar but it covers more areas than that and also the CABAIR test paper is particularly time-generous.

The OAT only gives you 10 minutes to answer 25 questions. Anyone could answer these in 30 minutes but it is speed and accuracy that they are looking for.

HTH

Phil.

[stephen_b]

Assessment for Oxford Aviation

I have my assessment on the 17/18 April and I have had a go on the EPST tests and my main downfall was memory - does anyone have any ideas on how to improve this and also does anyone have any hints for the day etc...

Thanks,

Steve

[MorningGlory]

Good on OATS! Nothing like it when I was a student there, just handed over the cash and jumped into the fire.

However, anything that improves the gene pool of first officers coming into the industry is a good thing in my opinion.

Good luck to you all!

[737cap2b]

Oxford Skills Test

Hi,

I am currently wanting to go to Oxford Aviation Training Centre. Has anyone done the Skills Test they want you to complete before entering Oxford? What do you exactly have to do - I can't find it anywhere what you exactly have to do.

Many Thanks

[alio25]

Thank you DrRedHead for posting your diary of events from your visit last year, it is very helpfull indeed. I have my assessment 10th & 11th of April so im touching up on a few things. Hopefully it should all go well, is anyone else visiting these two days?

[737cap2b]

Yes, Thanks DrRedHead, it really helps - at least I now know what I need to brush up on etc. Many Thanks

[Garfmc]

Hello all,

I am going to the skills assessment at Oxford this month. Could anone give any advice or topics which could be revised? Also, what does the interview cover and what preparation should be done for this part of the skills assessment?

Thanks

[balboa]

Oxford assessment is a farce- nothing less. Three fossils from the cold war will ask you how you are going to pay for it. Unless you burn the building down- you're in.

[Ronnie1317]

thats the most untrue statement ive heard lol.......

[hollingworthp]

Balboa - either you have never taken the assessment or you bombed it really badly as you clearly have no idea what you are talking about.

[737cap2b]

OAT Selection

Hi,

After passing the Skills Assesment what months do OAT start the course? Monthly or specific months?

Many Thanks

PS, I have not passed or attempted the skills test yet, I am trying to make a plan, and PPRUNE's members have been great in helping me! Thanks

[asuweb]

Assuming you're talking about the APP FO, then a new course starts every month.

[737cap2b]

Thanks! That really helps! Yes i was talking about the APP FO!

[ballyboley]

I'm not wanting to start the age old "is OAT the best" debate, but as a current APP First officer student there at present, I can tell you for a fact OAT are turning away people quite reguarly from skills assessments. I know of 3 people I spoke to on the last assessment which were turned down although one of them was told to re-try in 6 months.
So, no, its not a farse i'm afraid.

I can also tell you as a real student (and not the usual complaining people on here who've never been to OAT or have been rejected at assessment) that once you're in OAT it does not mean you pay your way and get an ATPL. OAT do their own Finals which are much harder than the JAA exams. They will move you back a course if you fail some of them and will most defiantly kick you out if you're not doing well enough. This can happen right through to the flying stage which is also highly assessed. They're also the only school I believe that will give you every penny back if they have to do this. Its called "skills assurance" see the website for info.

I dont work for OAT, or trying to sell their products. I just spent ALOT of time weighing up the best schools including visiting them and hate people coming on here making statements which they know nothing about.

Hope that helps any serious prospective students.

[bri1980]

They won't give you every penny back: I think the limit of liability is £37k. There are some worked examples on OATs finance page that indicate different scenarios for training being terminated and how much you would be invoiced for, and how much protection you get from the Skills Protection Scheme.

Don't get me wrong though: it's a very good deal!